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Garrett and Ruth are refitting their boat, *Red Aviva*, by installing a new hatch in the foredeck to improve ventilation and safety.3:55 After removing cushions and sails, Garrett identifies water damage in the plywood deck and rusted fasteners, which he repairs with epoxy and a new layer of fiberglass.0:52 He uses the existing deck beams as a guide to center the new hatch, cutting through the fiberglass and plywood with a circular saw and an oscillating tool.4:51 To maintain structural integrity, he plans to install new carlins using clear, straight-grain Douglas fir.19:03 The project also includes upgrading the electrical system by replacing older six-volt batteries with two high-capacity lithium batteries, totaling 628 amp hours.2:51 The couple intends to repeat the hatch installation process on the aft deck once the forward project is complete.4:37 Proper planning and structural reinforcement with epoxy fillets are essential when cutting large openings into a boat's deck.

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